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Portrait of Samuel Edison

Samuel Edison

Edison's father, a hotel keeper, shingle maker, and dealer in grain and feed.

From "Edison: His Life and Inventions" by Dyer, Frank Lewis

Core Belief

"That hard work and ingenuity can lead to success, and that new opportunities should be pursued."

Worldview

Optimistic and entrepreneurial, with a willingness to take risks.

Personality

Versatile, buoyant, optimistic, and restless, always seeking new opportunities. He is also described as a man of no mean ingenuity and ability.

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